Bøger af Storm Jameson

ONE OF THE 20th CENTURY'S FINEST MEMOIRS: the sweeping, candidly told story of a life in writing and politics, with an introduction by Vivian Gornick, who referred to the book as "literary gold" "Stops you in your tracks. I would like to persuade everyone to read it" -- Sunday Times A compulsively readable, beautifully written account of a fascinating 20th century woman and life. This candid, affecting portrait of a woman who loathed domesticity explores how she sought to balance a literary career with political commitment. After a lifetime of writing a novel every year, Storm Jameson turned to memoir with this stated ambition: 'I am trying to write without lying'. The result was an extraordinary reckoning with how she had lived: her childhood, shadowed by a tempestuous, dissatisfied mother; an early, unhappy marriage and her decision to leave her young son behind while she worked in London; a tenaciously pursued literary career, always marked by the struggle to make money; and her lifelong political activism, including as the first female president of English PEN, a role she used to help refugees escape Nazi Germany. In a richly ironic, conversational voice, Jameson tells of the great figures she knew and events she witnessed: from encounters with H.G. Wells and Rose Macaulay, to travels across Europe as fascism was rising. Throughout, she writes with electric candour and immediacy about her own motivations and psychology as she traces her lifelong struggle to live on her own terms.

Set during World War II, this novel follows the lives of a group of individuals as they navigate the challenges of love, loss, and political upheaval. With vivid characters and evocative prose, it offers a compelling portrait of a generation caught up in the turmoil of history. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

One of the 20th century's finest memoirs of literary and political life, with an introduction by Vivian Gornick, who referred to the book as "literary gold" "Stops you in your tracks. I would like to persuade everyone to read it" -- Sunday Times A compulsively readable, beautifully written account of a fascinating twentieth-century woman and life. This candid, affecting portrait of a woman who loathed domesticity explores how she sought to balance a literary career with political commitment. Towards the end of her life, the writer Storm Jameson began her memoir by asking, "can I make sense of my life?" This question propelled her through an extraordinary reckoning with how she had lived: her early years in Whitby, shadowed by her tempestuous, dissatisfied mother; an early, unhappy marriage and repeated flights from settled domesticity; a tenaciously pursued literary career, always dogged by a lack of money; and her lifelong political activism, including as the first female president of English PEN, helping refugees escape Nazi Germany. In a richly ironic, conversational voice, Jameson tells also of the great figures she knew and events she witnessed: encounters with H.G. Wells and Rose Macaulay, travels in Europe as fascism was rising and a 1945 trip to recently liberated Warsaw. Throughout, she casts an unsparing eye on her own motivations and psychology, providing a rigorously candid and lively portrait of her life and times.

This is a new release of the original 1947 edition.

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The Happy Highways is a book written by Storm Jameson and first published in 1920. The book is a collection of essays that explore the beauty and wonder of the English countryside. Jameson takes the reader on a journey through the rolling hills, winding roads, and picturesque villages of rural England, describing the sights, sounds, and smells of each place she visits.Throughout the book, Jameson celebrates the simple pleasures of life, such as the joy of a good meal, the comfort of a warm fire, and the beauty of nature. She also reflects on the changing times and the impact of modernization on the countryside, highlighting the importance of preserving the natural world for future generations.The Happy Highways is a charming and evocative portrayal of rural England in the early 20th century. Jameson's writing is lyrical and poetic, and her love for the countryside shines through on every page. This book is a must-read for anyone who loves nature, travel, or the simple pleasures of life.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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The Happy Highways is a travelogue written by the British author Storm Jameson and published in 1920. The book chronicles Jameson's travels through France, Italy, and Switzerland during the aftermath of World War I. In her writing, Jameson captures the beauty and charm of the European countryside, as well as the resilience and hope of the people who lived there.The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a different aspect of Jameson's journey. In the first section, she describes her travels through the French countryside, including visits to small towns and villages. She writes about the local customs and traditions, as well as the impact of the war on the region.In the second section, Jameson travels to Italy, where she explores the cities of Rome, Florence, and Venice. She writes about the art, architecture, and history of these cities, as well as the vibrant culture of the Italian people.The third section of the book takes Jameson to Switzerland, where she enjoys the natural beauty of the Alps and the tranquility of the Swiss countryside. She writes about the simple pleasures of life in Switzerland, such as hiking, fishing, and picnicking.Throughout the book, Jameson's writing is infused with a sense of joy and optimism. She celebrates the beauty of the world around her and the resilience of the human spirit. The Happy Highways is a delightful travelogue that captures the essence of post-war Europe and the joy of travel.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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Our story begins with the birth of Mary Hanskye in 1841 as the Industrial Revolution is changing the face of pastoral England. While still a child, Mary comes under the influence of her uncle, one of England's great shipbuilders. Soon she is a young woman involved in a loveless marriage arranged by a father she has hardly known. Though tragedy and disappointment follow her like shadows, The Lovely Ship is a story of the survival of a strong woman as we follow her through marriage, childbearing, family crisis, and her ultimate ascent to the throne of power in the great shipbuilding company.